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Funding paves the way for an upgraded sidewalk in Blind River
By Rosalind Russell – Over one kilometre of sidewalk in Blind River has been upgraded after an investment of $300,000 from the federal government. Mayor Sally Hagman says the investment provided through the Active Transportation Fund has allowed for a … Continue reading
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Community Living Algoma celebrating 70 years in Elliot Lake
By Rosalind Russell – Community Living Algoma in Elliot Lake is celebrating its 70th anniversary of the provincial agency today with a community gathering. CLA is hosting a community barbecue today from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm at the Collins … Continue reading
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Snobots win big in Brazil
By Rosalind Russell – The newly formed “Snobots” and the Laurentian Intelligent Mobile Robotics Lab are already making history. The Snobots, 4th-year Computer Science students Austin Barrett and Nicolas Pottier, showcased their skills at the FIRA RoboWorldCup 2024 in Brazil where they earned four … Continue reading
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Jamie and Jo-Ann Armstrong centennial Arena Fundraising Challenge final push
By Rosalind Russell – The Jamie and Jo-Ann Armstrong Centennial Arena Fundraising Challenge has entered the final days of the overtime period with a push to hit $1 million dollars. Lara Hukezalie, president of Elliot Lake Minor Hockey, says the … Continue reading
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Limited edition plaques featuring the former AB Ellis Public School
By Rosalind Russell – A local illustrator and former student of an Espanola school has made a limited edition of plaques featuring the former AB Ellis Public School. Bill Leeney says he has been able to design 27 laser etched … Continue reading
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Manitoulin Island mayor pushing for bridge timeline to be sped up
By Rosalind Russell – A Manitoulin Island mayor is pushing for the timeline to build a new bridge to the Island to be sped up. Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands Mayor Al MacNevin says in August there were at least … Continue reading
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Elliot Lake Rod and Gun Club hosting walleye information session
By Rosalind Russell – The Elliot Lake Rod and Gun Club and Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters to are hosting an information session discuss the Leo Barbosa Walleye Hatchery in Elliot Lake (Past and Present), new walleye fishing regulations … Continue reading
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CCC students arrive at St. Joseph General Hospital
By Rosalind Russell – St. Joseph General Hospital is welcoming three Comprehensive Community Clerkship students from the Northern Ontario School of Medicine University this fall. According to the release, from September through April, the students will be integral members of … Continue reading
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Summit on substance abuse underway in Timmins
By Rosalind Russell – The Canadian Centre on Substance Abuse and Addiction is calling it a first-of-its-kind initiative. Officials say the Timmins Summit will bring together elected leaders of small to mid-sized municipalities, along with public health officials, drug policy … Continue reading
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Espanola Lion’s Club Donates to Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank
On August 28th, the Espanola Helping Hand Food Bank was presented with a very generous donation of $831.35 from the Espanola Lion’s Club. These are the proceeds of a recent BBQ. Pictured from left to right are: Lion’s members Grant … Continue reading
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